The Certificate III in Carpentry is a nationally recognised qualification designed for individuals who want to build a successful career in the carpentry trade. This qualification provides students with the essential skills and knowledge needed to become qualified carpenters capable of working on both residential and commercial construction sites.
Course Details: https://training.gov.au/Training/Details/CPC30220
Throughout the course, students will develop the following competencies:
✔️ Learn how to interpret plans and designs to mark out the construction of walls, floors, roofs, and foundations.
✔️ Gain hands-on experience constructing wall and ceiling frames and installing doors, windows, and roof frames.
✔️ Master the skills to construct, install, and repair building structures with timber and non-timber materials.
✔️ Acquire proficiency in safely and effectively using both hand and power tools.
✔️ Learn techniques to install timber flooring systems and finishes that meet industry standards.
✔️ Develop an understanding of construction site safety, including workplace health and safety regulations, and learn how to plan and execute construction tasks within deadlines.
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After completing the Certificate III in Carpentry (CPC30220), students can progress to higher-level qualifications or specialise further within the construction and carpentry industries.
📌 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (CPC40120) (Available with NVC)
➡️ Prepares students for supervisory roles and managing construction projects in residential and commercial sectors.
📌 Diploma of Building and Construction (CPC50220)
➡️ Focuses on advanced construction management, planning, and budgeting for larger-scale projects.
📌 Certificate IV in Furniture Design and Manufacturing (MSF40222)
➡️ Ideal for students wishing to move into the design and manufacture of custom furniture, including advanced timber crafting.
📌 Certificate III in Shopfitting (CPC30120)
➡️ Specializes in creating and installing commercial fit-outs, such as those used in retail, hospitality, and office spaces.
📌 Certificate III in Joinery (CPC31920)
➡️ Focuses on joinery skills, particularly in creating detailed woodwork like stairs, doors, windows, and timber fixtures.
📌 Certificate III in Formwork (CPC30320)
➡️ Ideal for those seeking to specialise in formwork for concrete structures, such as foundations, columns, and slabs.
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✔️ Must be 18 years or older at the time of application.
✔️ Completion of Australian Year 11/12 or an equivalent qualification.
✔️ IELTS 6.0 (Academic or General) or equivalent, per DOHA regulations.
✔️ Online IELTS is NOT accepted. Refer to DOHA English Language Requirements.
✔️ Applicants must complete a Language, Literacy & Numeracy (LLN) test before training.
✔️ Ability to perform manual tasks, including:
Working at heights
Heavy lifting
Using hand and power tools
✔️ Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) – Students must have a laptop with:
📷 Camera & speaker functions
🌐 Internet access
🖥 Updated software (Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat Reader)
✔️ Basic digital literacy, including:
📩 Email communication
🔍 Online research
📊 Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
✔️ Applicants who do not meet standard entry criteria may be assessed case-by-case.
✔️ Refer to the Application, Enrolment & Orientation Policy and BYOD Policy for further details.
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⏳ Duration: 60 Weeks (including holidays & breaks) / (Full-Time)
📚 Study Load: 20 hours per week (Full-Time)
🏫 Mode: Face-to-face delivery with theory and hands-on practical training
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✔️ A blend of theoretical and practical learning to suit various learning styles.
✔️ Simulated workplace environments for hands-on training and skills assessments.
✔️ Training delivered in classroom and workshop settings to develop industry-ready skills.
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Graduates can pursue careers in:
🔹 Residential construction sites
🔹 Commercial construction sites
🔹 Timber and joinery workshops
🔹 Fit-out businesses
🔹 Maintenance and repair services